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Brinkmann’s Offers All Benjamin Moore Brand Paints and Colors


Allow Benjamin Moore to Inspire You
Brinkmann’s Hardware Long Island employees are familiar with all types of Benjamin Moore paint. They can offer ideas or assist you with planning a painting project for a living room, bedroom, or bathroom. With the guidance of our specialists you can gain an understanding of hues and depth of color and how using the right paint can create a high-quality finish that lasts.
Do you prefer a solid or glossier look? It might be hard to judge without the help of an expert, but paint specialists at Brinkmann’s can explain the differences and even suggest what might work best for the room or exterior wall. We don’t expect you to be an expert in home décor, so we offer practical advice on interior paint ideas and Benjamin Moore paint colors that might work best.

Featured Interior Paint - Aura Series
- Aura® Interior Paint is available in matte, eggshell, satin, and semi-gloss options. Its brilliant, rich color is made possible by Benjamin Moore’s Color Lock Technology. Homeowners can expect lasting performance
- Aura® Bath and Spa Paint affords a luxurious matte finish. It is highly moisture-tolerant, so it’s suited for the high-humidity environments of bathrooms and other moist environments.
- In addition, this high-performance brand includes exterior paints that withstand the elements. Aura® Grand Entrance® is durable enough for lasting results on interior and exterior doors and trim, so product options to accommodate all your interior paint ideas are available.


Featured Stains - ARBORCOAT® Series
This series includes an exterior stain intended for wood. When applied, it effectively enhances the texture and grain of the wood. The stain is available in several types including:
- Ultra-Flat Waterborne Solid Stain
- ARBORCOAT Stain – Solid
- ARBORCOAT Stain – Semi-Solid
- ARBORCOAT Stain – Semi-Transparent
- ARBORCOAT Stain – Translucent
- ARBORCOAT Clear Coat
- ARBORCOAT Exterior Waterproofer – Clear
- ARBORCOAT Semi-Solid Classic Oil Finish
- ARBORCOAT Semi-Transparent Classic Oil Finish
- ARBORCOAT Translucent Classic Oil Finish
- ARBORCOAT Exterior Oil Primer
Our featured stain products from Benjamin Moore can be combined with high-quality surface prep products, exterior paints, and the Benjamin Moore Composite Deck Cleaner for PVC decking, furniture, railings, and fences.

How to Choose
Choosing paint colors is often a tough decision. For the most part, the color you choose depends on what goes best with the furniture and décor of the room. Paint isn’t always the focal point for color, and neutral tones are often best. Bolder colors are often good for bathrooms because most bathroom furnishings are white.
- Latex paint: The most commonly used, it is typically durable and generally easy to clean up and does not often blister on walls.
- Oil paint: Oil generally takes longer to dry but is suited for priming real wood moldings and trim, and it seals wood stains and knots. Oil-based primers can be used first and painted over with a latex coating.
- Semi-gloss: Provides a shine but is not glass-like
- Satin/Pearl enamel: Somewhat shiny but stands up to moisture and frequent wiping
- Flat enamel: Almost no shine, but still cleanable, so it is a good choice for households with kids or pets
- Matte paint: Has no shine and is good for low-traffic areas, ceilings, or where there are lots of imperfections
How Do I Prepare a Room
Painting a room is one home improvement people often do on their own. You don’t necessarily need a professional, but inadequate paint prep will show and it will not go away. That’s why you must follow a few simple steps before adding the final coat of paint.
- Painter’s toolpainting tools
- 5-in-1 tool
- Drop cloth or plastic
- Sponge
- TSP
- Masking tape
- Bucket
- Spackling compound
- Drywall joint compound
- Caulking gun
- Rags
- Sandpaper
- Sanding sponge
- Primer
How Much Do I Need?
Interior painting generally doesn’t require much expertise. Many people do it on their own, but before you start it’s important to know how much paint to buy. The project’s exact scope depends on the size of the room and the surfaces you intend to paint. Generally, a painting project requires two coats or more. That’s something to consider when doing the math.
- About one gallon of paint will cover 350 square feet of wall in a single coat
- For unfinished, dark, or heavily patched walls at least two coats of paint are needed
- Unpainted drywall absorbs some paint, so you’ll need to buy a special primer
How To Paint a Room
Once you’ve chosen a color, acquired the paint you’ll need, and prepped the room, it’s time to do the actual painting. Now is when your walls and ceiling will become the color you desire. Assuming you’ve done the cleaning, patching, and priming, it is time to move forward.
- Paintbrushes
- Paint roller
- Roller extension poll
- Masking/painter’s tape
- Utility knife
- Paint bucket
- Work gloves
- Roller tray
- Screen
- Follow the same process and techniques used when applying primer
- Roll paint along edges to ensure consistency
- Feather out paint using a dry roller when you paint the ceiling (where wet edges are problematic)
- Wait until the first coat dries completely before adding a second coat (usually two to four hours)
- Paint the trim first, then move on to the ceiling before painting walls
- Let the paint dry before cutting the tape